When platinum is cheaper than gold, the ratio drops below one. When platinum is more expensive than gold, the ratio rises above one. Historically, the platinum-to-gold ratio tends to stay above one most of the time, which implies that platinum sells at a higher price than gold.
The average annual premium paid for pet insurance by UK cat owners is Â£205 - equating to just over Â£17 per month (source: Key Note). But you might pay much more or much less than this, depending on 3 key factors that influence the cost.
Pet insurance to cover a cat can cost Â£6-Â£15 per month. Neutering. Spaying or neutering a cat can cost Â£40-Â£50. Microchipping. Microchipping a cat can cost Â£15-Â£20. Extras. Although the main regular costs of keeping a cat are listed above there are always unexpected costs that occur. In addition it is often necessary to purchase medical products for minor cuts, shampoos, replace equipment, etc. All such costs can mount up over a year and add to the cost of owning a cat. Therefore it is always best to factor in an additional cost of Â£200-Â£500 each year for extras when working out whether keeping a cat can be afforded. Summary. The table below gives a summary of the average annual costs involved in keeping a cat.